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SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SAINT JOHNS, MI real estate market (48879) currently shows 47 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.7% year-over-year, from $354,400 to $367,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,607  ·  Density: 37.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,321

Typical home value: $199,848  ·  Homeownership: 82.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
47
⇩ 28.8% vs 66 last year
Pending
18
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$367,400
⇧ 3.7% vs $354,400 last year
Average Price
$357,346
⇩ 5% vs $376,214 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 88.9% vs 36 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$197
⇧ 0.5% vs $196/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,812 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 47 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 36 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $367,400 (+3.7% YoY)
  • Average: $357,346 (-5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 19.2 miles — 303 listings ($86,350,072 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48879Saint Johns, MI 488790.0 mi42$14,595,126$330,000$347,503
48853Maple Rapids, MI 488538.7 mi3$412,500$124,000$137,500
48866Ovid, MI 4886610.5 mi12$2,844,288$258,222$237,024
48831Elsie, MI 4883112.3 mi7$1,567,769$173,000$223,967
48873Pewamo, MI 4887313.0 mi1$109,000$109,000$109,000
48807Bannister, MI 4880713.4 mi2$459,800$229,900$229,900
48808Bath, MI 4880814.1 mi9$4,732,200$469,950$525,800
48906Lansing, MI 4890615.3 mi80$14,783,520$149,500$184,794
48856Middleton, MI 4885615.6 mi1$235,000$235,000$235,000
48823East Lansing, MI 4882318.0 mi72$32,059,152$315,000$445,266
48851Lyons, MI 4885118.4 mi6$6,230,700$326,950$1,038,450
48915Lansing, MI 4891518.5 mi61$7,390,577$110,000$121,157
48933Lansing, MI 4893319.2 mi7$930,440$129,900$132,920

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879?

As of February 2026, there are 47 active listings in SAINT JOHNS, MI (zip code 48879), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879?

The median listing price in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 is $367,400 as of February 2026, a 3.7% increase from $354,400 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SAINT JOHNS, MI?

Homes in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 36 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SAINT JOHNS, MI?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 save an estimated $7,348 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $367,400. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.